After Chandrayaan3, what are ISRO’s plans?

After Chandrayaan3, what are ISRO’s plans?

Subject: Science and technology

Section: Space technology

Gaganyaan – Human Spaceflight Mission:

• ISRO is working on Gaganyaan, a human spaceflight mission.
• Astronauts are being trained for this mission.
• The modified Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM-3) rocket is being tested for safety to carry humans.

Reusable Launch Vehicle Technology Demonstrator (RLV-TD):

• ISRO is testing a reusable launch vehicle that can be used for multiple missions, unlike traditional rockets.
• The design resembles the NASA Space Shuttle, with a winged body that can glide through the air or use engines for propulsion.

SCE-200 Engine:

• SCE-200 is a powerful rocket engine developed by ISRO.
• It uses refined kerosene (known as “Isrosene”) as fuel and liquid oxygen as oxidizer.

Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV):

• SSLV is a smaller rocket designed to carry lighter satellites into low-earth orbit.
• It aims to have a shorter turnaround time between launches compared to larger rockets like PSLV.

Methalox Propellant and Electric Propulsion:

• ISRO is working on developing new rocket propellants like methalox (methane plus liquid oxygen) for improved efficiency.
• ISRO is also developing electric propulsion systems for satellites, which are lighter and potentially extend satellite lifespan.